What is the property tax rate in Paterson, NJ?

Paterson has an estimated effective property tax rate of 2.91%. On a median home valued at $335,400, homeowners pay approximately $9,752 per year in property taxes.

How does Paterson compare to Passaic County?

Paterson's effective rate of 2.91% is 33% higher than the Passaic County average of 2.18%. The county-wide median annual tax is $10,001, while Paterson homeowners pay an estimated $9,752.

How much are property taxes in Paterson on a $300,000 home?

Based on Paterson's effective rate of 2.91%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $8,730 per year, or about $728 per month.

Paterson Property Tax Rate

Passaic County, New Jersey

2.91%effective rate

Paterson is located in Passaic County, New Jersey. Homeowners in Paterson pay a median of $9,752 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $335,400, resulting in an effective tax rate of 2.91%. This is 33% higher than the Passaic County average of 2.18%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

2.91%

vs 2.18% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$9,752

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$335,400

2024 estimate

Population📍

157,660

Paterson, NJ

How Paterson Compares

Paterson

2.91%

Passaic County Average

2.18%

New Jersey Average

2.11%

National Average

0.92%

Cities in Passaic County

Compare property tax rates for 3 cities in Passaic County, New Jersey.

City	Population	Annual Tax	Rate
Paterson	157,660	$9,752	2.91%
Passaic	69,651	$10,001	2.46%
Clifton	89,247	$10,001	2.25%

About Property Taxes in Paterson

Property taxes in Paterson are collected by Passaic County. Tax exemptions available to Passaic County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Paterson. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Passaic County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$8,730

$728/month · Rate: 2.91%

Passaic County Property Taxes

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New Jersey Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.